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SUMMARY:Organic BC Beer Night - Sponsored by Gambrinus Malting
DESCRIPTION:Organic BC is hosting its 2nd annual Beer Night\, a Zoom-based hangout on Thursday\, February 2nd between 7pm and 9pm. The event last year was a real hit\, and this year’s agenda will be equally non-serious! The sole point of the hangout is to do just that\, so bring your favourite bevvie (or two\, or three!) and see some faces you haven’t seen in a while! Host Jordan Marr will facilitate some light conversations interspersed with a silent auction that will aim to raise money for Organic BC and embarrass Jordan while doing it. We hope to see you there! \nThanks to Gambrinus Malting for sponsoring this event. \nRegistration is free! Sign up here: eventbrite.ca/e/organic-bc-beer-night-tickets-520056341517 \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-bc-beer-night/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:BC Organic Agriculture Networking Event - Kootenays
DESCRIPTION:Join Organic BC\, Kootenay Organic Growers Society\, and Kootenay & Boundary Farm Advisors for a chance to gather\, network and find out what’s happening in the organic sector. \nDiscuss organic and regenerative agriculture with regional producers\, and talk to provincial organizations about future opportunities and policy outlooks for organic farmers in the province. And\, hear updates from your local organic certifying organization\, the Kootenay Organic Growers Society. \nWith: \n\nEva-Lena Lang – Executive Director\, Organic BC\nGeorgina Beyers – Director\, Regenerative Agriculture\, Innovation and Agritech\, Ministry of Agriculture\nJeff Nimmo – Regional Agrologist\, Ministry of Agriculture\nEmma Sowiak and Lana Braun – Kootenay Organic Growers Society\n\nFollowed by open discussions\, lunch and mingle. Lunch and snacks provided. KOGS AGM following for those who wish to stay. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-kootenays-tickets-519102508577 \n  \nSchedule \n10am: Welcome – tea\, coffee & snacks \n10.15am -11.30am: Hear from presenters about the state of organic agriculture in BC \n11.45am: Open discussion/question period \n12.30pm: Lunch and mingle \n1.30pm: Open discussion/mingle \n2.30pm: KOGS AGM \n3.30pm: Wrap up
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-kootenays/
LOCATION:Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce\, 91 Baker St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4G8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Nitrogen - Soil Test Interpretation
DESCRIPTION:Join Dru Yates (Consultant\, E.S. Cropconsult Ltd.) and Josh Andrews (Nutrient Management Specialist\, BCMAF) for a 2-hr virtual workshop on nitrogen management. In this workshop\, participants will: \n\nApply the Four R’s of nutrient management to field vegetable scenarios (with a focus on the south coast of BC)\,\nInterpret post-harvest nitrate test values\,\nNavigate the BC Nutrient Management Calculator (with a focus on nitrogen)\, and\nWork through case study examples and fill out worksheets – so come prepared for a “hands-on” experience\, in spite of the virtual setting!\n\nWorkshop Dates: \n\nTuesday\, February 7\, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nWednesday\, February 15\, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM\n\n*Please note that you only need to register for one date. The two workshops are repeats of the same content. \n– \nThis event is organized by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund and E.S Cropconsult. Funding for the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. To learn more about the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund\, visit www.bccaf.ca.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/nitrogen-soil-test-interpretation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230217T133000
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SUMMARY:BC Organic Agriculture Networking Event - Okanagan
DESCRIPTION:Looking to improve fruit size and yields in your orchard or garden fruit trees? Wondering how to balance growth and fruiting? Join Organic BC for a half-day pruning workshop with tree fruit horticulturist\, Molly Thurston. The workshop will start at Claremont Ranch Organics\, with mature and mid-sized apple and pear trees. From there\, you’ll continue on to Upside Cider for pruning on dwarf trees adjacent to the cidery\, followed by a social! \nThis workshop is free but registration is required. Register at: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-okanagan-tickets-523995995127
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-okanagan/
LOCATION:Claremont Ranch Organics\, 9011 Shanks Road\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 1M4\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230218T140000
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SUMMARY:BC Agriculture Networking Event - Exploring Agriculture in the Cariboo
DESCRIPTION:Is farming in your DNA? On Saturday\, Feb. 18th\, come and investigate opportunities and challenges in a timely discussion with a panel of producers representing a broad range of Cariboo agriculture\, from beef to berries to beets. The round table discussion will be followed by a catered lunch and updates on other agricultural initiatives in the region. Hosted in Kersley\, BC by the Kersley Farmers Institute and Organic BC\, with financial assistance from Community Futures North Cariboo. \nTickets are $20 + tax\, including an annual membership to the Kersley Farmers Institute. \nLearn more and get your tickets at: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-agriculture-networking-event-exploring-agriculture-in-the-cariboo-tickets-523148068957
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-agriculture-networking-event-exploring-agriculture-in-the-cariboo/
LOCATION:Kersley Community Hall\, 4829 Edwards Rd\, Kersley\, BC\, V2J 6L7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Online Farmer to Farmer Discussion - Principles of Rotational Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced organic ranchers Tristan Banwell of Spray Creek Ranch and Steve Meggait of Fresh Valley Farms for a presentation on the principles of rotational grazing\, followed by an interactive discussion on the finer points of the following topics: \n\nFencing – permanent perimeter\, interior subdivision\, smaller livestock fencing and layout options\nWater – the use of irrigation systems\, dedicated livestock water systems and portable tank systems\nWinter Grazing – stockpile grazing\, swath grazing and bale grazing\nAnnual Forages – fall planting for early spring grazing\, warm season annuals and pasture cropping\nGrass-finishing – how to keep ruminants on the gain with rotational grazing\n\nLearn more and register for free at: eventbrite.ca/e/farmer-to-farmer-discussion-principles-of-rotational-grazing-tickets-495306514117 \n  \nThis project is supported by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund. Funding for the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund was provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/online-farmer-to-farmer-discussion-principles-of-rotational-grazing/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER:MAILTO:info@agrotekindustries.com
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SUMMARY:Columbia Basin Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Basin Mixer is happening February 25-26\, 2023! Gather with farmers and food lovers on Sinixt\, Ktunaxa and Syilx Territories in Nelson for two days of workshops and networking. In the spirit of Young Agrarians Mixers\, this will be an opportunity to engage and connect with others\, share ideas\, and access the knowledge and experience you need to build your farm and business for success. Get ready to dive in deep and create future resilience within the Columbia Basin foodshed and beyond. The Mixer is open to everyone who wants to join. \nTo learn more about this event for new and young farmers visit: youngagrarians.org/cbmixer2023
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/columbia-basin-mixer/
LOCATION:Wildflower School\, 811 Stanley Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230225T170000
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UID:7271-1677344400-1677355200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Organic Networking Event - Vancouver Island
DESCRIPTION:A chance for island organic growers to gather\, network and discuss current issues.\nOrganic and organic-curious farmers are invited to join Organic BC and the Mid Island Farmers’ Institute at Gladstone Brewing in Courtenay for a fun time to connect with the organic community\, compare stories about the epic 2022 season\, discuss challenges and plan for the future.  \nThe event will be held after the close of the Farmer Connect Conference\, hosted by the Mid Island Farmers’ Institute on Saturday\, Feb 25\, 2023. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Save your spot at: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-organic-networking-event-vancouver-island-tickets-528716093067
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/7271/
LOCATION:Gladstone Brewing\, 244 4th St\, Courtenay\, British Columbia\, V9N 1G6\, Canada
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